Mbappe apologizes for ‘ill-judged’ comment about Mao Zedong

Kylian Mbappe. AFP or licensors

Kylian Mbappe apologized on Tuesday for his “ill-judged” comment about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong, which has led to Chinese brands dropping the Real Madrid forward.

On 27/10/2026 at 13h30

“My comment was ill-judged, and I now understand that it hurt many people in China and in Chinese communities around the world.” I apologize to everyone my words have upset,” the Frenchman said in a statement.

La Liga ‘deplores’ Mbappe remark, apologizes to China

Spain’s La Liga on Tuesday condemned and apologized to China over the player’s remarks.

“La Liga deeply regrets the offense that Kylian Mbappe’s recent comments have caused among Chinese fans. These comments were made in a personal capacity and do not represent La Liga,” the league said in a statement.

By Le360 (with AFP)
On 27/10/2026 at 13h30